Missouri woman hospitalized in Listeria outbreak sues Boar's Head After purchasing and consuming Boar's Head liverwurst in June 2024, plaintiff became severely ill and was hospitalized in early July. Industry News July 26, 2024 No Comments OFT Food Safety & Injury Lawyers file the first lawsuit arising out of the multistate Listeria outbreak linked to deli meats.Read More
Key Technology launches COMPASS optical sorter for IQF products Ergonomic user interface on COMPASS resembles smart devices for easy navigation. Industry News July 26, 2024 No Comments Chute-fed sorter sees all sides of a product, with no blind spots. Read More
FBI presents cargo theft insights at NPFDA Fall Meeting Fall Meeting features roundtable discussions, expert speakers, engaging activities and ample networking opportunities. Industry News July 26, 2024 No Comments FBI perspective on cargo theft explores economic impact, threats to the retail supply chain and potential health and safety implications. Read More
Sensory analysis finds over 110 unique flavor nuances in pork Pork fat alone has around 30 flavor nuances. Industry News July 26, 2024 No Comments New sensory science research analyzes optimal flavor compatibility of pork.Read More
Consumer dining event hosts lamb butchery demo American Lamb Board and cooking school Homemade host a consumer dinner at the Seattle Cooking Studio. Industry News July 26, 2024 No Comments Consumer event offers up lamb industry education, focusing on butchery and cooking skills.Read More
Possible Listeria contamination leads to deli product recall A sample collected by the Maryland Department of Health tests positive for L. monocytogenes. Industry News July 26, 2024 No Comments Boar's Head Provisions recalls all its liverwurst currently available in commerce, as well as other deli meat products.Read More
Expanded retail distribution shows demand for high protein in baby food Serenity Kids adds new retail distribution in over 2,000 Albertsons locations nationwide. Industry News July 25, 2024 No Comments Serenity Kids combats early childhood sugar addictions with pouch products balanced with protein and healthy fats.Read More
New Ingredion citrus fibers provide clean-label ingredients for meat products Ingredion citrus fibers provide enhanced texturizing properties and a clean label. Industry News July 25, 2024 No Comments Minimally processed FIBERTEX CF 500 and FIBERTEX CF 100 offer texture and viscosity to provide consumers with new eating experiences, preferred on-pack claims and nutritional benefits.Read More
USDA seeks poultry product vendors for food nutrition assistance USDA plans to purchase various chicken and turkey products. Industry News July 25, 2024 No Comments Products must be made in the USA, aside from packaging and container components.Read More
Safety failures from Illinois meat casing producer lead to severe worker injuries Viscofan USA Inc. faces $197,054 in fines for nine violations. Industry News July 25, 2024 No Comments Investigation finds one worker was caught in a roller machine, and another suffered chemical burns while cleaning a pump.Read More